Professor Falcone’s research sits at the intersection of human-centered robotics, teleoperation, and immersive systems (VR/AR).
Artificial Intelligence, BS
The BS in Artificial Intelligence at Pace University gives you the hands-on experience and technical expertise needed to thrive in today’s AI-driven world. You’ll master core skills in machine learning, computer vision, and data science, and work directly with faculty mentors on real research projects that prepare you for high-growth careers in technology, analytics, and innovation. With access to Pace’s state-of-the-art AI Lab and the opportunities of being in New York, you’ll graduate ready to lead in one of the fastest-growing fields in the world.
Location
New York City
Number of Credits
120
Start Dates
Fall, Spring
F1 Visa
Yes
STEM Designated Program
Yes
Shape the Future of Intelligent Systems with a BS in Artificial Intelligence
Pace University’s Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence prepares you to become an AI specialist with a solid foundation in computer science and math. With courses in introductory computer science and object-oriented programming, you’ll build confidence in computing fundamentals before adding depth with our cutting-edge AI core, where you’ll learn computer vision, neutral networks, and math foundations for machine learning.
$136,000
median annual salary for AI engineer (Source: Glassdoor)
350,000
number of new US tech jobs in past year (Source: CompTIA)
93%
of Pace graduates are employed, continuing their education, or pursuing service within one year of graduation (Source: Pace University Career Services)
Curriculum
In the BS in Artificial Intelligence program at Pace University, students begin with core computer science and mathematics before advancing to specialized AI topics like neural networks, computer vision, and machine learning. This flexible, research-focused curriculum prepares you to lead in today’s data-driven, AI-powered economy.
Take Courses Like…
- CS 327 Introduction to Neural Networks
- CS 357 AR, VR, and the Metaverse
- CS 385 Artificial Intelligence I
Get your Bachelor's in AI degree at Pace
At Pace, you’ll find AI is in our DNA. With more than 30 years of experience teaching and researching AI, our faculty work with students directly on meaningful AI projects that contribute to the field. In addition to project-based classwork, students do research with faculty members in extracurricular settings, such as the Seidenberg Summer Undergraduate Research program.
In recent years, students have worked on undergraduate AI research projects with faculty, including researching autonomous AI-driven flight for small, unmanned AI systems, evaluating the ability of LLMs to generate code for classic arcade games, bridging gaps in awareness regarding cybersecurity in LLMs, and studying automated vs. manual feature assessment in knee replacement surgery prediction using AI. The breadth of research students can undertake covers just about every topic, from art and design to healthcare and cybersecurity.
Throughout the academic year, faculty run AI workshops and hackathons, as well as conferences and speaker events where professionals working in artificial intelligence, many of whom are Pace alumni, share their experience with students.
Careers
Pace University’s New York City and Westchester campuses put you in the center of one of the world’s top tech hubs—home to thousands of internships, job opportunities, and industry connections. With more than 161,000 alumni, you’ll join a network that opens doors to mentorships, job fairs, and professional meetups. Pace graduates are working at leading companies like Google, Amazon, Meta, and innovative startups—including OpenAI.
The demand for artificial intelligence talent is growing fast. AI and data-driven roles are among the most in-demand careers worldwide, with opportunities expanding across industries such as technology, healthcare, finance, manufacturing, energy, retail, government, and education. Whether you want to design new tools, improve decision-making, or make systems smarter, AI skills open doors in every field.
Pace’s Career Services team will help you chart your path—offering resume guidance, interview prep, and access to our career platform, Handshake. And if you’re ready to take your studies further, Pace offers graduate programs like the MS in Artificial Intelligence and MS in Applied Artificial Intelligence to help you build deeper expertise and advance your career.
Our graduates are prepared for jobs like:
- AI Engineer (Average Salary: $109,000–$175,000)
- Data Scientist (Average Salary: $124,000–$211,000)
- Robotics Engineer (Average Salary: $108,000–$182,000)
- AI Product Manager (Average Salary: $153,000-$231,000)
- Computer Vision Specialist (Average Salary: $126,000–$206,000)
- AI Research Scientist (Average Salary: $124,000–$180,000)
Student Quote
Our professors have industry backgrounds and regularly share job opportunities and introduce students to their professional networks. The school also hosts industry panels that have allowed me to connect with professionals in the information systems field specifically.
Lizi Imedashvili ’26
Where Pace Graduates are Employed
- Amazon
- Capital One
- Department of Defense
- GrubHub
- IBM
- JP Morgan Chase
- Meta
- Microsoft
- OpenAI
Featured Faculty
Professor Amirian’s research interest is within explainable, interpretable, and accountable AI and machine learning.
Professor Scharff is a two-time Fulbright scholar with research interests in AI. She co-directs the Pace Artificial Intelligence Lab.
Admission and Financial Aid
Ready to take charge of your future? Pace is with you every step of the way, providing a world class education and the skills your industry will be looking for far into the future.
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- November 1: Early Decision
- November 15: Early Action I
- December 1: Early Action II
- February 15: Regular Decision
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Understanding the value of a degree is essential, especially in terms of return on investment (ROI). According to The Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce, Pace University is in the top 6% of U.S. colleges that provide the best return on tuition investment.
For the 2025–2026 academic year, full-time undergraduate tuition is $52,924. However, many students pay significantly less due to our generous merit scholarships, which offer up to $33,000 annually, as well as need-based scholarships, grants, on-campus employment opportunities, and loans. Pace is more affordable than you think. Financial assistance can come from many places, including scholarships, grants, on-campus employment, and loans.
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Top 6%
Did You Know?
Pace is ranked in the top 6% nationally for return on investment (Source: The Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce)
Contact Us
Admission Contact
Office of Undergraduate Admission
New York City: (212) 346-1323
Westchester: (914) 773-3746
Email: undergradadmission@pace.edu
Departmental Contact
Miguel Mosteiro, PhD
Email: mmosteiro@pace.edu